Blackhawks Breakaway

Thoughts on the Jacob Trouba hit and whether NHL should modify rulebook

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau share their thoughts on the Jacob Trouba hit and whether the NHL should modify its rulebook to make those types of hits illegal. The guys also weigh in on fighting, the likelihood of Patrick Kane and Artemi Panarin potentially reuniting with the New York Rangers, Chicago's goaltending situation and much more.0:50 - Takeaways from weekend in New York7:05 - Thoughts on the Jacob Trouba hit and whether the NHL should modify its rulebook17:15 - Should the NHL ban fighting?23:50 - What's the possibility of Patrick Kane and Artemi Panarin reuniting with the New York Rangers?33:00 - Is Kane the greatest American-born player ever?39:00 - Injuries to Petr Mrazek, Alex Stalock isn't ideal for Chicago's goaltending depth

NHL Draft analyst Corey Pronman on 2023 class, Blackhawks prospects

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau interview The Athletic's NHL Draft analyst Corey Pronman to discuss the 2023 class and the Blackhawks' farm system. Who is Connor Bedard's NHL comparable? How good is Adam Fantilli? Is Leo Carlsson ahead of Matvei Michkov? Plus, Pronman shares his thoughts on Chicago's top prospects like Kevin Korchinski, Frank Nazar and Lukas Reichel.1:10 - How strong is the 2023 NHL Draft class?2:50 - What's Connor Bedard's NHL comparable?4:10 - The debate between Bedard and Adam Fantilli6:05 - Is Leo Carlsson ahead of Matvei Michkov?7:55 - How big is the drop-off from 4 to 5?9:00 - Is Will Smith a name to watch in the first round?12:50 - How does the draft look as far as defensemen go?14:50 - Is Frank Nazar going to be better than Kirby Dach?16:10 - Are there any noteworthy goaltenders in the 2023 draft class?19:26 - Lukas Reichel's progression21:30 - Thoughts on tanking

Blackhawks hold players-only meeting, shake up lines

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about head coach Luke Richardson changing up the lines that includes Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews being together for the first time this season. The guys also share their thoughts on the players-only meeting after the Blackhawks' seventh straight loss, Kirby Dach's memorable return to Chicago, when Lukas Reichel could get a taste in the NHL this season and much more.0:50 - Right move to reunite Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews?7:50 - Is now an ideal time to call up Lukas Reichel?11:40 - What to make of Blackhawks' players-only meeting after seventh straight loss16:30 - Is it time to start refreshing Tankathon?20:05 - Could the Kirby Dach trade end up being a win-win for both Chicago and Montreal?24:20 - Connor McDavid returns to Chicago this week

What we’re thankful for, Blackhawks edition

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about what they’re thankful for and what Blackhawks fans should be thankful for this Thanksgiving.

Which numbers should Blackhawks retire after Marian Hossa?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about the Blackhawks officially raising Marian Hossa's No. 81 to the United Center rafters and the memorable ceremony. The guys also debate who might be next and which members of the championship core should have their numbers retired.0:25 - Thoughts on the Marian Hossa jersey retirement ceremony6:10 - Which other Blackhawks should have their numbers retired and could there be a ring of honor?14:15 - The Blackhawks were so good21:30 - The incredible David Yarrow photo of the Blackhawks reenacting The Last Supper

Blackhawks feeling loss of Seth Jones and takeaways from Marian Hossa interview

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about the team feeling the loss of Seth Jones, how the recently-recalled Ian Mitchell could help the back end, and injury updates on Tyler Johnson and Alex Stalock. Plus, the guys offer their takeaways from the Marian Hossa interview and what to expect from Sunday's jersey retirement ceremony.0:50 - Blackhawks feeling the loss of Seth Jones5:15 - Blackhawks recall Ian Mitchell11:25 - Blues clap back at Scott Darling15:20 - Charlie tells a funny story about his tweet that made it on David Kaplan's Chicago Tribune Live18:00 - Takeaways from interview with Marian Hossa

Marian Hossa on untold stories from new book, Blackhawks jersey retirement

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis interview Marian Hossa to talk about some untold stories from his new book and his upcoming jersey retirement with the Blackhawks. Hossa gets into why he turned down long-term offers to sign a one-year deal with Detroit, what he learned from Pavel Datsyuk, why he accepted Chicago's 12-year contract over Tampa Bay's, what his reaction was when Jonathan Toews told him he was going to get the Stanley Cup first if they won in 2010, one of the worst injuries of his career during the 2013 Stanley Cup Final vs. Boston, what his potential future could be with the organization and much more.0:25 - Hossa on the process of writing his book3:25 - Hossa on tearing his ACL in the championship game of the Memorial Cup6:40 - Hossa on being blindsided by the trade from Ottawa to Atlanta, hours after signing extension11:25 - Hossa on turning down Pittsburgh's five-year offer to sign one-year deal with Detroit 15:25 - Hossa on his epic takeaway battles with Pavel Datsyuk17:15 - Hossa on why he chose Chicago's 12-year offer over Tampa Bay's21:00 - Hossa on his reaction when Jonathan Toews told him he'd get the Stanley Cup first if they beat Philadelphia in Game 6 of 2010 final23:00 - Hossa shares one of the worst injuries of his career in 2013 Stanley Cup Final vs. Boston24:35 - Hossa shares untold story when he lied to Cup keepers in 2015 about what happened to Lord Stanley26:55 - Hossa provides update on skin condition29:45 - Hossa on what his jersey retirement with Blackhawks will mean to him32:05 - Can we expect Hossa and the Blackhawks to finalize a role with the organization soon?

Are the Blackhawks coming back down to earth?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau discuss whether the Blackhawks are coming back down to earth following a 2-1 overtime loss to Los Angeles. The guys also talk about how the struggles from other NHL teams could lead to a crowded trade market, GM Kyle Davidson telling ESPN's Emily Kaplan that there have been "zero" trade conversations surrounding Patrick Kane, the potential interest level in Seth Jones, and the three Blackhawks defensemen prospects projected to be on Team Canada's World Juniors roster.0:55 - Are the Blackhawks coming back down to earth?7:15 - Could the underperforming NHL teams pivot into a one-year tank?11:45 - Should the Blackhawks move out players sooner than later because of a potentially crowded trade market?18:50 - Do the fans want a full tank or salvage what the Blackhawks have and build from there?26:30 - Could there be a market for Seth Jones with the cap going up in the coming years?37:10 - Three Blackhawks defensemen projected to be on Team Canada's 2022 World Juniors roster39:00 - A special guest for the next episode

Would Blackhawks have been a playoff team last season under Luke Richardson?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau answer your mailbag questions. How would last season's roster have done with Luke Richardson as the head coach? What kind of culture is Richardson building and how will it help the rebuild? What's the record for most goalies used in a single season? Should we not be that worried about the Blackhawks' hot start to the season? The guys answer that and more.1:40 - What kind of culture is Luke Richardson building and how will it help this rebuild?7:40 - What's the NHL record for most goaltenders used in a single season?11:05 - Could Anton Khudobin be the Blackhawks' trade radar?16:20 - Would the Blackhawks have been a playoff team last season under Richardson?20:25 - Should we not be too worried about the Blackhawks "failing to tank" because of how deep the 2023 draft class is?24:20 - What are the odds the Blackhawks become buyers instead of sellers?32:15 - How do you feel about bringing back the black alternates? Home whites and away red?

Will there be a trade market for Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau discuss whether there will be a trade market for Jonathan Toews after his hot start. The guys also talk about whether Arvid Söderblom can be the Blackhawks' goaltender of the future, Max Domi's ridiculous improvement at the faceoff circle, hockey celebrations and much more.1:05 - Will the Blackhawks be hanging around a playoff spot all season long?7:10 - Have the Blackhawks found their goaltender of the future in Arvid Söderblom?13:30 - Will there be a trade market for Jonathan Toews?24:50 - Why is Max Domi so good at faceoffs all of a sudden?28:50 - Thoughts on the Auston Matthews controversy with Travis Konecny